Location: Dahlonega,GA, USA
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Personal Trainer Student Assistant (Dahlonega) - Institutional Student Worker on the Dahlonega campus. Seeking knowledgeable, energetic students interested in promoting fitness on campus for the position of Personal Trainer. Campus Recreation and Wellness offers a healthy and friendly work environment that is able to accommodate student schedules.
Responsibilities
* Provide personalized workouts to varying age and skill range, for participants in individual and group training sessions. Respond to emergencies following the Campus Recreation and Wellness Emergency Action Plan.
* Required to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED training through American Red Cross within one month of employment.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
* Ability to train at a variety of times in conjunction with a client's schedule.
* Hold an interest in the field of health and fitness.
* A passion to help others in their health and fitness journey, and the ability to relate to students and staff.
Required Qualifications
* Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
* Nationally recognized Personal Training Certification is required.
* Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification or able to obtain within the first month of employment.
Required Documents to Attach
* Resume
* Cover Letter
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
* This role is considered a position of trust.
* Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check
* Position of Trust